“Xavier, you’re having a bad dream.” Jess softly spoke and this time tried to lift her hand that Xavier held. When he didn’t fight her, she continued to lift her hand and brought it closer to his face. Once she was about to touch him, Xavier’s grip tightens again.
“It’s okay. It’s just me, Zav. It’s Jess.” Jess whispered. His grip loosened and she finally placed her hand on his face.
“It’s just a dream.” Jess said softly again as she stroked his cheek gently with her thumb. His panting slowed after a few moments and his sweating had stopped. Jess lifted herself up on the arm that was free. She was surprised to see Matthew awake and staring at her and Xavier, with a sad look.
“Is he okay?” Matthew asked softly. Jess looked down at Xavier again. He seemed to be a better than before. Jess
